1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Patrol | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Patrol | Rexton |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2830 mm |